Project & Program Management IV

<p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Senior Project & Program Manager JD </b></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">Project & Program Management, IV</span></p><p></p><p></p><h2><span style="color:#000000"><b>Position Summary</b></span></h2><p><span style="color:#000000">The Senior Project & Program Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, and executing complex, high-impact projects from initiation to completion. This role requires an expert in project management methodologies, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and drive projects to successful outcomes. The Senior Project Manager collaborates with various departments and leadership to ensure projects align with strategic goals and objectives.</span></p><p></p><p></p><h2><span style="color:#000000"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></span></h2><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Project Planning & Initiation</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Develop comprehensive project charters, scope documents, and resource plans.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Conduct feasibility studies, stakeholder analyses, and risk assessments to determine project viability.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Prepare detailed project schedules, budgets, and work plans.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Execution & Leadership</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Lead multidisciplinary teams, assigning tasks, managing workloads, and monitoring performance.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Use project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello) to track milestones, tasks, and deliverables.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Ensure timely and accurate communication of project status, risks, and key decisions to stakeholders.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Risk Management & Problem-Solving</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies early in the project lifecycle.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Proactively address challenges and resolve issues, escalations, and conflicts in a timely manner.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Utilize quantitative and qualitative data to inform decision-making and optimize project outcomes.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Budget & Resource Management</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Oversee project budgets, including forecasting, tracking expenses, and reporting on variances.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Negotiate and coordinate contracts with vendors and third-party service providers where applicable.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Optimize resource allocation and capacity planning to deliver projects on time and within budget.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Stakeholder Engagement & Communication</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Facilitate regular project status meetings, presentations, and executive briefings.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Manage change requests and ensure alignment on project scope, timelines, and costs.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Continuous Improvement</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and best practices.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Share knowledge and mentor junior project managers, promoting consistent project management standards.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.</span></p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p></p><h2><span style="color:#000000"><b>Required Skills & Qualifications</b></span></h2><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Technical & Professional Skills</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Expert knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira).</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Familiarity with LLM platforms and agentic AI tools (e.g., Claude, GPT‑4, Gemini) and hands-on experience using next‑generation AI agent frameworks/tools (e.g., Manus) to automate workflows, orchestrate multi-step tasks, and integrate with internal/external systems.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex project challenges.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Leadership & Interpersonal Skills</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Outstanding facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Demonstrated success in managing competing priorities, deadlines, and budgets.</span></p></li></ul></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Industry Experience</b></span></p><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>5–8 years</b> of progressive experience in project management, preferably within industries such as <b>IT, Construction, Healthcare, Finance, or Manufacturing</b> (tailor to your specific industry if needed).</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Experience managing enterprise-level projects with multiple stakeholders and large budgets (e.g., $1M+).</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards relevant to the specific industry (e.g., GDPR for IT, FDA for Healthcare).</span></p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p></p><h2><span style="color:#000000"><b>Education & Certifications</b></span></h2><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Bachelor’s Degree</b> in Business Administration, Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is <b>required</b>.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Master’s Degree</b> in Business Administration (MBA) or a similar discipline is <b>highly desirable</b>.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Project Management Professional (PMP)</b> or <b>Certified Scrum Master (CSM)</b> certification (or relevant certification) is <b>strongly preferred</b>.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><h2><span style="color:#000000"><b>Additional Requirements</b></span></h2><ul><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Ability to travel (up to 10–25%) to client sites or other company locations as needed.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Flexibility to work extended hours or weekends when project timelines require.</span></p></li><li style="color:!important"><p><span style="color:#000000">Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative work environment.</span></p></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000"><br></span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Salary Range</b></p>$92,880.00 - $154,800.00 USD (Salary)<ul><li><i>Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.</i></li><li><i>Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.</i></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Astreya </span></b><b>offers comprehensive </b><b>b</b><b>enefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees,</b> <b><span>including:</span></b></p><ul><li><p>Medical provided <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">through UHC (PPO,</span> <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">HSA, Surest options)</span> / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only</p></li><li><p>Dental provided through UHC</p></li><li><p>Nationwide Vision provided by UHC</p></li><li><p>Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care</p></li><li><p>Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)</p></li><li><p>Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera</p></li><li><p>Corporate Wellness <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Program provided</span> by Goomi Group</p></li><li><p>Employee Assistance Program</p></li><li><p>Wellness Days</p><p>401k Plan</p></li><li><p>Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance</p></li><li><p>Short Term & Long Term Disability</p></li><li><p>Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance</p></li><li><p>Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)</p></li><li><p>Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)</p></li><li><p>Paid Holidays</p></li><li><p>Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">other ancillary benefits</span> required under state and federal law</p></li></ul><p></p>

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